Brockhill Country Park
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Brockhill Country Park was previously part of a large estate dating back to Norman times. You can still see the old manor house adjacent to the park. The rest of the park (54 acres) is dominated by a large grassy valley, bisected by the Brockhill Stream as it makes its way to the Royal Military Canal at Hythe and excellent views to the English Channel. There are two sign posted trails around the park ranging from 3 - 6 miles (5 - 9.6 km) long, the walks are linked to the Saxon Shore Way, offering potential for long distance walkers.. The lake trail will take up to 30 minutes (accessed by a sloped path), whilst the valley walk takes about 45 minutes and offers a scenic route around the valley at the southern end of the site. To the north, a short walk will take you to Postling Down, an area of unimproved ancient downland. The rabbit-grazed turf is ideal for low-growing herbs and the rich mosaic of plants provides shelter for many beautiful butterflies.
[edit] How to get there
Signposted after leaving the M20 at Junction 11. Half a mile south of Sandling railway station on Sandling Road lies a shared entrance for the Park and Brockhill School. A Map, showing Ashford, Hythe and the Park area.
